GENERAL DESCRIPTION: 

The [redacted] is looking for a skilled Pilot in Command to join their dynamic team in Cheyenne, Wyoming. This is a unique opportunity to play a key role in aerial missions that support critical projects for the state.

As a Pilot in Command, you will be tasked with planning and executing high-impact missions throughout the state for the Cessna 208 Caravan (Photogrammetry Aircraft). These missions involve the collection of essential aerial imagery used for reconnaissance, disaster assessment, landslide monitoring, and the creation of digital terrain models (DTM), planimetric mapping, and ortho imagery for use by WYDOT design teams.

This is not just a job – it's an opportunity to make a difference in the community while advancing your flying skills in a vital, fast-paced role. If you're ready for a new challenge that combines flying expertise with meaningful work, we want to hear from you!
  

Cheyenne is a steadily growing community along the Front Range, but still true to the history of the Old West. The city offers nearby mountain biking, skiing, hiking, fishing, hunting, and other outdoor activities. Wyoming is one of only nine states with no state income tax.
 
Human Resource Contact: [redacted]

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The listed functions are illustrative only and are not intended to describe every function which may be performed in the job level.

• Serves as Pilot in Command of a Cessna 208 Caravan (Photogrammetry aircraft), for the collection of aerial imagery

• Performs pre-flight review of the planned mission to include making weather assessments and inspection of the aircraft to ensure a successful mission

• Performs post-flight aircraft inspection and documentation

• Attends Cessna flight currency course in Wichita KS and abides by all FAA regulations to maintain currency to fly the aircraft when needed

• Coordinates with the WYDOT Aeronautics mechanic as needed to address maintenance issues   

• Flies aircraft to maintenance sites for scheduled annual inspection or miscellaneous repairs to be conducted by Cessna certified repair shop

Qualifications

PREFERENCES: 

- Commercial Pilot License
- Instrument Rating, 2000 hours of total flight time, 875 hours as Pilot in Command, 50 hours of actual or simulated Instrument Flying
- Class II Flight Physical
- Minimum of 50 hours of Turbine Engine experience and Mountain Flying Experience

KNOWLEDGE: 

• Knowledge of the aircraft abilities and limitations, Meteorology, Aerodynamics, mountainous terrain hazards and thorough understanding of Aviation Regulations and the Airman’s Information Manual

• Knowledge of Precision flying skills  

• Planning, coordinating, and organizational skills using logic and good judgment

• Ability to physically and mentally perform the mission tasks

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

None - See "Preferences"

Necessary Special Requirements

PHYSICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Photogrammetry missions are typically flown at low altitudes ranging from 7500 ft. AGL to as low as 1800 ft. AGL.  

• Some flights will occur in mountainous terrain conditions.

NOTES:

• FLSA:  Non-exempt

• The Wyoming Department of Transportation is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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